Hydra, Greece

Explore the Saronic Islands of Poros, Hydra, and Aegina on this day trip from Athens. Cruise over the azure waters of the Mediterranean sea and have free time on each island. Savor a mouth-watering buffet lunch as you sail. After a morning transfer by bus from Athens to the port, hop on board a cruise ship and be invited to one of its spacious open decks. From the deck, you’ll have a great vantage point for enjoying views of the Greek coast. The first stop is the island of Poros, the smallest of the 3 islands you’ll visit on the tour. It’s separated from the Peloponnese by a narrow strait. Have ample time to explore the island and once you’re on board again you’ll be served a delicious lunch as the ship sail towards Hydra. Take in the stunning views as you enter the port of Hydra and see the cove that at one time served as a shelter for pirates. From the open decks, marvel at the dramatic landscapes of this island. There will be time for you to explore the narrow, stone-paved streets of the island on foot, or by saddled donkey, which is the traditional mode of transportation. If you choose to go by foot, you can walk along the old seaside promenade and perhaps stop at some of the small shops. When you return to the ship, the captain heads for Aegina which is the largest of the 3 islands on the tour. Apart from its beautiful harbor, there are numerous interesting sites that you’ll have a chance to discover on your own. Alternatively, you can join an excursion to the Temple of Aphaia at an additional cost. Return to your cruise-boat and enjoy your one-hour sail back to the port. Disembark and finish your trip (if option selected) in Athens.

Experience the Greek Islands on a full-day trip from Athens to the scenic islands of Aegina, Poros, and Hydra. Take the trip on a comfortable boat with many amenities and a friendly crew. Depart on the cruise from the old port of Athens in Faliro and go to Hydra where you have some free time to explore the cobblestone alleys and see the unique architecture, and the donkeys that still provide public transportation, and go swimming if you like. Take an optional walking tour of the town to see historic landmarks and traditional houses (at an extra fee). Later the cruise continues to Poros island, full of green pine forests and scented lemon groves, where you have more time to walk in the town and shop or eat at a local taverna. Continue to Aegina island, known for its pistachio groves and beautiful beaches. Take an optional bus tour of the Temple of Aphaia and the Monastery of Agios Nektarios in Aegina (at an extra fee). During the cruise, enjoy a full meal from a buffet full of various Greek and Mediterranean delicacies. On the way back to Athens, enjoy extra drinks from the bar and enjoy entertainment and dancing presented live by a group of Greek artists and dancers. End the cruise in the evening. If you book the option with hotel transfer, be transferred back to your hotel area in downtown Athens.

On this full-day island voyage, cruise from Flisvos Marina on a 50-meter state-of-the-art ship. Luxuriously appointed with beautiful lounges and dining areas, you can enjoy culinary delights whenever you like. The air-conditioned ship boasts 2 fully-stocked bars and is equipped with strong Wi-Fi and mobile signals. Relax and enjoy the sea breezes and the pampering as you cruise to the most beautiful islands in the world. Hydra(90-minute visit) The first port of call is Hydra, a small but beautiful island steeped in history and a popular destination that’s not far from the Greek mainland. Its cobblestone streets, where donkeys are the primary mode of transportation, are lined with mansions and centuries-old churches. The town of Hydra was built on imposing rocky slopes and has remained intact and unspoiled by modern development. Local residents maintain the unique legacy handed down to them by previous generations. Swim in the crystal-clear waters, sunbathe, enjoy the Greek cuisine and hospitality, and search for some souvenirs to help you remember your visit. Poros(50-minute visit) Poros is an island of peace, romance, and relaxation. The island’s pine trees line the rugged shores and the sandy beaches. Approaching Poros by sea you’ll see the historical clock tower atop the island’s highest hill. The beach houses are mostly neoclassical in style, with the first built in 1463 in the area around the clock tower. Explore the town center and the Archaeological Museum. Lining the narrow streets of Poros you’ll also come across shops, cafés, taverns, and many bars playing both Greek and foreign music. Aegina(2-hour visit) Aegina is the land of the legendary Achilles. Visit the Temple of Aphaea, situated atop a pine-covered hill in the northeastern part of the island. This was the prototype for the Parthenon. When the skies are clear, you can see the Temple of Poseidon at Sounion and the Acropolis of Athens from this spot. With the Temple of Aphaea, these temples form an isosceles triangle, which was the holy triangle of ancient times. See the church of Saint Nectarios, which houses a silver urn with the relics of St. Nectarios, the patron saint of the island.

After taking a transfer from Athens to the port, enjoy a welcome drink aboard as the boat sets sail for the cosmopolitan island of Hydra, where you'll have around 90 minutes to do whatever your heart desires. Enjoy the island's unique charms, and see the amphitheater shape that once served as a safe haven for Saronic pirates. From the decks, admire the special architecture and dramatic views of the island, the old traditional stone houses and mansions that silently stood witness to a long and turbulent history. Next stop, the island of Poros. For around 50 minutes, there is an opportunity to discover what makes the island famous - its natural beauty and the pine trees. Stroll around its hidden alleys full of little white houses and admire the famous and historical clock tower of Poros. Continue on to the island of Aegina It is world-renowned for pistachios, unique sandy beaches and the temple of Afea. Stay at the port for around 2 hours, and enjoy a refreshing swim in the crystal clear blue waters or wander around the island and enjoy your coffee. Don't forget to taste the famous pistachio sweets. After sailing back to the port, be transferred to back to Athens.

Take a full-day Greek Island cruise from Athens and sail to the Aegean islands of Hydra and Poros in the Gulf of Aegina. Departing from Marina Delta Kallitheas in Athens, sail across to Hydra, the beloved muse of painters, craftsmen, and photographers. The combination of its unique architecture, crystal clear waters, splendid crafts shops, and habit of getting about by donkey, make it one of the last examples of a living Mediterranean history. (1 hour and 10 min stay) Continue to Poros, the smallest of the 3 islands. Poros Town nestles quietly in the embrace of deep green pine forests and mildly scented lemon groves. A climb to the town’s Bell Tower affords unforgettable views.(50 min stay) After some free time to explore on your own, set sail for Aegina. Lunch will be served on board as you pass through the narrow strait separating the Peloponnese coast from Poros. Known for its rich history, pistachio groves, lively fish market, and floating fruit and vegetable market, as well as picturesque seaside villages, Aegina was once a rival to Athens, and you can visit the majestic 5th-century BC Temple of the Goddess Aphaea overlooking the Saronic Gulf, regarded as the best preserved ancient temple of Greece. But the day doesn’t end there! A traditional Greek folk show, featuring singers and dancers in original costumes form all over Greece will entertain you on the return journey to Marina Delta Kallitheas.

The daily cruise goes to three magical Greek treasures of Hydra, Poros and Aegina. Crossing the Saronic Gulf Islands isn’t just a trip but is an experience that you’ll never forget. Board a new cruise vessel meeting all the modern requirements of the 21st Century with a 70 meter long, 10 meter wide and 3 meter deep ship capacity for 600 passengers. Sail the seas of the Saronic Gulf with five brand new bars, five spacious and luxurious lounges of high aesthetic quality, state-of-the-art audiovisual systems, a modern kitchen featuring the latest equipment, a new specially designed VIP area for 60 people and one VIP cabin. This new vessel promises its passengers comfort, entertainment and luxury that the one-day cruise market has never seen before. Come on-board and experience the harmonious combination of Greek hospitality and multicultural co-existence. A big group of people of different nationalities, customs and cultures along with unique Greek hospitality and entertainment will travel like never before. Dance and sing together across the deep blue Mediterranean waters, enjoying the sun and tasty foods and delicacies. The cosmopolitan Hydra with its cobblestone alleys, its unspoilt unique architectural beauty, as well as the traditional means of transportation that you can still find on the island, its donkeys will make visitors fall in love at first sight. Enjoy a walk and discover the historic landmarks. Then visit the leafy island of Poros with its insuperable natural beauty and thousands of pine trees expanding from the steep and sandy beaches, composing the romance and calmness of the island. Head to the historical Aegina, which took its name by the beautiful nymph that was kidnapped by Zeus. Aegina is well-known across the world for the delicious pistachios, the beautiful beaches, the Temple of Aphea and St. Nektarios Monastery. Additionally, you can book transportation, breakfast on-board and excursions on the islands for an extra fee. The local tour provider also organizes shore excursions in Hydra and Aegina. The shore excursions include a Hydra walking tour, a swim escape to Agistri Island with traditional boat from Aegina and the experience of Afaia Ancient Temple and the Greek Orthodox Monastery of St. Nektarios on Aegina by bus.

Join the G&G Day Cruise from Hydra for an insightful and relaxing adventure. Our captain will guide you throughout the trip, explaining each sight and sharing fascinating historical details. We depart from Hydra port at 11:00 AM, sailing past “Kasteva” and stopping at the spot called “Nero,”. Enjoy a tour of the historic “Zourvas” lighthouse, one of Greece’s oldest. Next, we visit the impressive cliffs of “Agios Ioannikios,” offering stunning views and the hermitage of “Agios Ioannikios” perched at the top. For the adventurous, there’s an opportunity to dive from these high cliffs. If weather allows, we’ll explore the “Secret Cave” or “Daskalakis Cave,” where you can swim and discover unique purple seaweed. Our main stop is “Limnioniza,” known for its clear waters and white pebble beach. You can go ashore, soak up the sun, swim, and relax with music on our boat. Continuing south, we’ll observe small caves where seals often give birth before reaching “Nisiza” for lunch and a rest on deck. We’ll also briefly visit Angali and Tsigri Cave, perfect for photos and interesting stories. Before heading back, we’ll visit the pine-covered “Agios Georgios” for a final dive. We pass by Molos on our return, arriving back at Hydra port by 5:00 PM. Enjoy a day of exploration and relaxation with us!

Visit Hydra the scenic way with this private day trip from Athens. Skipping the longer ferry ride from Piraeus Port, the excursion includes a relaxing coastal drive along the Saronic Gulf.Use your time on Hydra to shop, sunbathe, eat, or explore as you wish. Hydra is also very interesting from an architectural point of view, as a number of luxury residences, built by Italian craftsmen, are scattered on the island. The grand houses of the local fighters for the Greek War of Independence (1821) are now museums. If you are interested in religious monuments, there are some 300 churches and 6 monasteries you can visit on the island. You will enjoy strolling about the streets of the picturesque Hydra town and the harbour. Explore the countryside, while drinking in the amazing views over the Aegean Sea. Swim in deep blue waters and taste traditional dishes in the local tavernas. Walking about the island is a true pleasure as it is car-free.

Experience the Greek Islands on a full-day trip from Athens to the scenic islands of Aegina, Poros, and Hydra. Take the trip on a comfortable boat with many amenities and a friendly crew. Depart on the cruise from the old port of Athens in Faliro and go to Hydra where you have some free time to explore the cobblestone alleys and see the unique architecture, and the donkeys that still provide public transportation, and go swimming if you like. Take an optional walking tour of the town to see historic landmarks and traditional houses (at an extra fee). Later the cruise continues to Poros island, full of green pine forests and scented lemon groves, where you have more time to walk in the town and shop or eat at a local taverna. Continue to Aegina island, known for its pistachio groves and beautiful beaches. Take an optional bus tour of the Temple of Aphaia and the Monastery of Agios Nektarios in Aegina (at an extra fee). During the cruise, enjoy a full meal from a buffet full of various Greek and Mediterranean delicacies. On the way back to Athens, enjoy extra drinks from the bar and enjoy entertainment and dancing presented live by a group of Greek artists and dancers. End the cruise in the evening. If you book the option with hotel transfer, be transferred back to your hotel area in downtown Athens.

Why this tour? This is a trip to a “real Greek” island. Board the commercial passenger speedboat with your guide and arrive at Hydra Island within two hours, enjoying the amazing blue of the Saronic Gulf. Hydra is one of our bases and hometowns so we are locals! Hydra is a trendy and cosmopolitan island that at the same time maintains its magic and peacefulness due to the all-year-round presence of the locals and the absence of any kind of vehicle! A tour for those looking for a different approach to the popular but extremely touristy “3 island cruise” to the Aegina, Poros, and Hydra islands. It will allow you to spend your time on the “important” island instead of 90% sailing with very limited time on each island. On Hydra, everything inspires tranquillity, relaxation, and a gentle way of life. It is not surprising that artists from all over the world find inspiration in the atmosphere of Hydra. It is THE most exclusive and romantic island in the Saronic Gulf. A true pearl unique by its scenery. A “car-free” island means that no vehicles [at all] are allowed. The only means of transportation are the cute island donkeys & mules. Boats, and on foot is our suggestion! We start from the center of Athens and your hotel between 8-9 a.m. which depends on the timetable of the commercial speedboat that will take us to Hydra. It is a short drive to Piraeus port to board the commercial high-speed boat pickup that will take us to Hydra island within (approximately) two hours and usually via Poros island (quick stop & photos) pass by too. The great views from within the fast passenger boat trip will allow you to see many small and bigger islands of the Saronic Gulf surrounded by the amazing and hard-to-believe blue water. Hydra Island is a great relaxing but also very upscale island! It's the hiding place of many recent celebrities but also from the past including Jacky Kennedy & Onassis, John Lennon, Maria Kalas, Sophia Loren, members of Pink Floyd, and many more. Depending on your pace, energy, and available time, you will explore Hydra’s Highlights such as : ☼ Statue of A.Miaoulis ☼ Merchant Marine Academy ☼ Monastery of the Assumption of the Virgin Mary. ☼ Walk from Hydra port along the coastline to Kaminia port and back to Hydra town/port around the back streets. ☼ The Lazaros Kountouriotis Museum. ☼ Square of the Five Hydriot Prime Ministers & Rafalias Pharmacy. ☼ Sophia Loren’s windmill. There are limitless places next to the water where you can enjoy lunch, drinks, and coffee before you ride the boat to return to Piraeus port and then to your Athens accommodation. The tour is operated with our private cars/minivans for your transfer from Athens to the port. We then use a commercial speed boat to travel to the island and back, for which we pre-book your tickets to secure seats (you pay for these tickets on the day of the tour). If you like this tour of ours, please check all our GetYourGuide private tours: https://shorturl.at/cS60r